In situ conservation of traditional abaca (Musa textilis Nee) varieties in Lake Sebu (South Cotabato, Philippines) through community-based supply system
2009
Borromeo, T.H., Philippines Univ. Los Baños, College, Laguna (Philippines). Plant Genetic Resources Conservation Div.
Traditional abaca varieties in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato are in eminent danger. There is a need to conserve them as they form part of the tradition, livelihood and artistic expression of the T'boli tribe. The study aims to enhance capacity and increase knowledge of stakeholders to manage the in situ conservation and sustainable utilization of abaca genetic resources in Lake Sebu. Conservation field school was found to be an effective strategy for learning and raising awareness on abaca production and conservation technologies. Stakeholders recognized the importance of the community and municipal nurseries to serve as source of planting materials and repository of all the varieties found in Lake Sebu. The knowledge gained by farmers in the conservation field school ensures the conservation of diversity in abaca genetic resources on-farm in Lake Sebu and can serve as a complementary strategy to abaca ex-situ conservation. Sustainable conservation linked to product development and marketing system to enhance productivity of abaca is recommended. Furthermore, it is hope that the resolutions towards the sustainable conservation and use of abaca genetic resources put forward by the barangay [village] council are taken up by the Sanguniang Bayan of Lake Sebu.
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